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M70 CPS

2012 Mini Cooper Auto

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

37,871 mi
Last recorded37,871 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Mini Cooper Auto34,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 CPS
MakeMini
ModelCooper Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 37,871 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged split (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges. 195/55R16 87H RF (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 35,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake stop light slight poor

Fail 11 Sep 2024 35,421 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake stop light slight poor

Pass 19 Sep 2023 33,507 miles

Nearside Front Headlight slight defective

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Need to change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 31,563 miles

centre stop light led out

various metal brake pipes corroded

Fail 20 Sep 2022 31,563 miles

Nearside Lower Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

centre stop light led out

various metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2021 29,377 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 27,051 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 21 Sep 2020 27,051 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished/cracked (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 25,210 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 23,081 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 23,081 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 20,502 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 17,798 miles

covers upper and lower restricting vision

Fail 26 Aug 2016 17,798 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

covers upper and lower restricting vision

Pass 22 Sep 2015 15,495 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 15,495 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

How Reliable is the Mini Cooper Auto?

Based on 21,476 MOT tests across 1,826 vehicles.

83.9%
Pass Rate
3,503
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 86
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 61
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M70 CPS is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2012 Mini Cooper Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 34,742 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mini Cooper Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 86 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M70 CPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Cooper Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Mini Cooper Auto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M70 CPS registered?

M70 CPS is a 2012 Mini Cooper Auto, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is M70 CPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 CPS shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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